How to Get from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) to Taipei 101

Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) is about 47.8 km west of Taipei 101. Door-to-door road transfers take around 42 minutes, while public transport via Airport MRT or Kuo-Kuang 1819 bus takes 60–80 minutes including the metro connection.

✓ Verified Oct 30, 2026 • 47.8 km road distance

Private Airport Transfer

Most Comfortable

42 mins •On Demand (24/7)

€42 - €50 (Per Vehicle)

Luggage: 2 Pieces Free

How to take it step-by-step:

From the Arrivals Hall, follow signs to the pre-booked driver or meet-and-greet area.
Meet your driver holding a name board at the designated pickup zone outside Terminal 1 or 2.
Board the air-conditioned private vehicle with your luggage.
Ride directly to Taipei 101 via National Freeway No. 1.
Get dropped off at the Taipei 101 entrance.

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Official Airport Taxi

24/7 Door-to-Door

42 mins •On Demand (24/7)

€30 - €41 (Per Vehicle, Meter +15%)

Luggage: 2 Pieces Free

How to take it step-by-step:

From the Arrivals Hall, follow signs to the official taxi queue outside Terminal 1 or 2.
Take a licensed taxi from the queue; confirm the meter is running (meter + 15% airport surcharge + tolls).
Ride directly to Taipei 101 via the freeway, around 42 minutes in normal traffic.
Pay at the destination; ask if card is accepted before starting if you cannot pay cash.
Get dropped off directly at Taipei 101.

Airport MRT + Taipei Metro Red Line

Fastest Public Transport

60 mins •Airport MRT every 15 min (06:00-23:30); Metro every 5-10 min

€4.40 + Taipei Metro fare (EasyCard)

Luggage: Luggage Racks on Airport MRT

How to take it step-by-step:

From Arrivals, follow signs to Airport MRT station (A12 T1 or A13 T2).
Buy an EasyCard or token; take the purple Express or blue Commuter train to A1 Taipei Main Station (35-40 min).
At A1, follow signs to Taipei Metro and transfer to the Red (Tamsui-Xinyi) line.
Ride the Red line to Taipei 101/World Trade Center station.
Exit the station and walk about 5 minutes to Taipei 101.

Kuo-Kuang 1819 Bus + Taipei Metro Red Line

Cheapest & 24/7

80 mins •Every 20-60 Mins (24/7)

€3.60 - €4.40 (Bus) + Metro fare (EasyCard)

Luggage: 2 Pieces Free

How to take it step-by-step:

From Arrivals, follow signs to the bus waiting area (B1 at T1, 1F at T2).
Board Kuo-Kuang 1819 to Taipei Main Station; pay NT$132-159 with EasyCard or cash (55 min).
At Taipei Main Station, follow signs to Taipei Metro and take the Red (Tamsui-Xinyi) line.
Ride to Taipei 101/World Trade Center station.
Exit and walk about 5 minutes to Taipei 101.

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⚠️ Important Local Taxi & Arrival Tips

Only use the official airport taxi queue outside Arrivals; ignore touts offering cheap taxis.
Insist the driver uses the meter and adds the official 15% airport surcharge plus highway tolls; no flat fare.
Do not exchange money with unlicensed helpers; airport taxi drivers may not accept cards, so ask first and have cash.
For Kuo-Kuang 1819, the 24-hour bus, tickets are available at counters or on board; avoid resellers selling marked-up tickets.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cheapest way to get from TPE to Taipei 101?

The cheapest option is Kuo-Kuang 1819 bus to Taipei Main Station (NT$132–159, about €3.60–€4.40) plus the Taipei Metro Red line to Taipei 101/World Trade Center. The Metro fare is paid separately with EasyCard.

How long does it take from Taiwan Taoyuan Airport to Taipei 101?

By taxi or private transfer in normal traffic, about 42 minutes. Airport MRT plus Taipei Metro takes about 60 minutes; the Kuo-Kuang 1819 plus Metro takes about 80 minutes.

Is there a direct bus or train from TPE to Taipei 101?

No direct public transport stops at Taipei 101. The closest options are Airport MRT to A1 Taipei Main Station then Red line to Taipei 101/World Trade Center, or Dayou bus 1960 to Taipei City Hall, about 1 km away.

Do taxis from TPE use a fixed fare to Taipei 101?

No fixed fare. Airport taxi queue charges meter + 15% airport surcharge plus tolls, typical NT$1,100–1,500 (about €30–€41). Confirm the meter and payment method before departing.

Can I pay with credit card or EasyCard for the Airport MRT and buses?

Airport MRT and most airport coaches accept EasyCard/iPASS and cash; credit card acceptance varies. Taxis often only accept cash, so ask first.

What is best for families with luggage?

A private transfer or official taxi is easiest door-to-door with luggage. Airport MRT Express trains have luggage racks and connect to the Taipei Metro, but require walking and a transfer at Taipei Main Station.

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